Calcium Chloride Dihydrate 1kg FCC

Calcium Chloride Dihydrate 1kg FCC

Calcium Chloride Dihydrate with CAS number 10035-04-8 is the dihydrate form of calcium chloride (chemical formula: CaCl₂·2H₂O).

✅ Basic Information

• Chemical name: Calcium Chloride Dihydrate

• Chemical formula: CaCl₂·2H₂O

• CAS Number: 10035-04-8

• Molecular weight: Approx. 147 g/mol

• Appearance: White crystals or powder, highly hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from the air)

🔬 Properties

• It is hygroscopic, meaning it attracts and absorbs moisture from the air.

• It dissolves very easily in water, releasing heat (exothermic reaction).

• At temperatures above ~175°C, it begins to lose its water of crystallization and gradually converts to anhydrous CaCl₂.

⚗️ Uses

• Desiccant: Used in packaging, storage spaces, etc.

• Food industry: As a food additive (E509), e.g. for firming, bitter taste in olives, cheese production, maintaining fruit texture

• Medical use: In IV calcium solutions

• Chemical laboratories: As a reagent

• Industrial use: In cement, de-icing, ice production, and more

🧪 Caution

• While generally safe in low amounts (especially if food-grade), excessive or improper use may cause:

  • Eye/skin irritation

  • Gastrointestinal discomfort if ingested in large quantities